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Updated from live statsJosh Allen or Sam DarnoldWho should you draft or start in 2026 fantasy football?
Josh Allen is a Buffalo Bills quarterback who averaged 26.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026. Sam Darnold is a Seattle Seahawks quarterback who averaged 12.2 fantasy points per game across 5 games in 2026. Both stat lines are below. The start or sit verdict, with this week's matchup and injury status factored in, is in the DraftCall app.

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Detailed Stat Breakdown
| Stat | Josh Allen | Sam Darnold |
|---|---|---|
| PPG (Half-PPR) | 26.8 | 12.2 |
| Games Played | 6 | 5 |
| Total Fantasy Pts (est.) | 161 | 61 |
| Passing Yards | 1,504 | 1,033 |
| Passing TDs | 9 | 7 |
| Pass Yds/Game | 250.7 | 206.6 |
| Rushing Yards | 240 | 35 |
| Rushing TDs | 8 | 0 |
| Total TDs | 17 | 7 |
| TDs/Game | 2.8 | 1.4 |
| Age | 30 | 29 |
| Experience | 8 yrs | 8 yrs |
| Bye Week | Week 7 | Week 11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I start Josh Allen or Sam Darnold in fantasy football?▾
The start or sit verdict for Josh Allen and Sam Darnold is in the DraftCall app, where it accounts for this week's matchup, recent form and injury status. On the stats alone, Josh Allen averaged 26.8 fantasy points per game in 2026 and Sam Darnold averaged 12.2.
Should I draft Josh Allen or Sam Darnold in 2026 fantasy football?▾
Josh Allen averaged 26.8 fantasy points per game across 6 games in 2026, and Sam Darnold averaged 12.2 across 5. Both stat lines and bye weeks are on this page. For a pick between the two, compare them in the DraftCall app.
How many fantasy points did Josh Allen and Sam Darnold average in 2026?▾
Josh Allen averaged 26.8 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 6 games in 2026. Sam Darnold averaged 12.2 PPG over 5 games. That is a difference of 14.6 points per game.
When are Josh Allen and Sam Darnold's bye weeks in 2026?▾
Josh Allen (BUF) has a bye in Week 7, and Sam Darnold (SEA) has a bye in Week 11. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.
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